deconsecrate
The word “deconsecrate” has 4 syllables: de-con-se-crate
It's pronounced as /ˌdiː.kɑnˈsɛk.reɪt/
What is synonym and antonym for deconsecrate?
In the thesaurus, “deconsecrate” has 6 synonyms and 15 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for deconsecrate along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for deconsecrate
- defile
- desacralize
- desanctify
- desecrate
- profane
- violate
Antonyms for deconsecrate
- bless
- canonize
- chasten
- cleanse
- consecrate
- deify
- exorcise
- exorcize
- expurgate
- hallow
- purify
- sacralize
- sanctify
- spiritualize
- venerate
Meanings of deconsecrate
- verb
- To remove the consecration from a church or similar building.
Example Sentences
- The old church was formally deconsecrated before being converted into a community center.
- They decided to deconsecrate the chapel after it was no longer in use for worship.
- It is rare for a building to be deconsecrated, but it sometimes happens during renovations.
- The bishop will deconsecrate the altar before the building is repurposed.
- Local authorities planned to deconsecrate the site as part of the redevelopment project.
On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deconsecrate, such as: bless, canonize, chasten, cleanse, consecrate, defile, deify.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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- defame
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